ENA Sectors 2025-09-24 17:50:12 <p><span style="font-size:14px"><strong>New Delhi, Sep 24 (KNN) </strong>Bihars power sector reforms and its future growth potential took center stage at the 6th International Energy Conference &amp; Exhibition 2025, organised by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on Tuesday in New Delhi.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Speaking at the event, Manoj Kumar Singh, Energy Secretary of Bihar and CMD of the Bihar State Power Holding Corporation Limited (BSPHCL), highlighted the states achievements in power distribution reforms and its investor-friendly approach.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">He emphasized that Bihar is emerging as an attractive destination for both renewable and conventional energy investments, supported by progressive policies and rapid infrastructure development.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">A panel discussion on Empowering Bihar: Energy for Growth and Sustainability brought together industry leaders such as Ghanshyam Prasad, Chairperson of the Central Electricity Authority; Jitendra Srivastava, CMD of REC Ltd; Kundan Kumar, MD of BIADA &amp; Investment Commissioner; Deepak Amitabh from Adani Group; Anil Rawal, MD &amp; CEO of Intellismart Infrastructure; and Deepak Kumar Nayak, VP &amp; Head (Renewable Energy) at L&amp;T.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">The session explored Bihars transition towards renewable energy, private sector participation, and the roadmap for sustainable, long-term growth.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Welcoming the delegates, Rahul Kumar, MD of North Bihar Power Distribution Company Ltd., reaffirmed the governments commitment to ensuring reliable and affordable electricity while fostering investor confidence in the sector.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Another technical session titled Power Procurement through PPAs or Trading A Discom Dilemma featured Manoj Kumar Singh and industry experts discussing the financial sustainability of discoms, evolving procurement practices, and the balance between long-term power purchase agreements (PPAs) and trading to achieve cost efficiency and stability.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size:14px">Industry representatives commended Bihars progress in strengthening its power infrastructure and expressed confidence in the states potential to become a hub for energy investment and innovation in the years ahead.</span></p> <p><em><strong><span style="font-size:14px">(KNN Bureau)</span></strong></em></p> 43609 https://knnindia.co.in/news/newsdetails/sectors/bihar-showcases-energy-reforms-and-investment-potential-at-cii-conference 2025-09-24 17:50:12 knnindia.co.in